The Business of Bliss – what I was preparing to share!

No one is more surprised than I am that I did not present at the Business of Bliss event. I had been very much looking forward to this particular presentation because of what the day stood for: finding and having the courage to live our best life, a life driven by purpose.

It seems strange, then, that while I do know that I am living a soulfully driven and purposeful life, and I have broken through barriers and jumped over hurdles to follow my heart and purpose, I decided not to attend.

So you may ask, “What happened?”

Well, it was brought to my attention that someone was outraged about my presenting and threatened to take action. After much consideration I felt strongly that this person was upset enough that they might cause a big disturbance at the event and, in doing so, change the essence of the day.

For me, the risk was too high, and so, in consideration of the many other people whom this could affect, I chose to step away. With that said, I am happy to say that in spite of a strong reasoning mind that said, “Go – you worked too hard and invested too much to step away now!” my wise heart whispers, “You did the most loving and compassionate thing for all.”

Many of us face this tug of war! With the logic of the mind pulling on one side of us, and the gut or the heart (and sometimes both!) on the other side, we become immobilized. In the wake of this conflict we are tempted to sit, paralyzed in non-action. Or, depending on our natures, some of us make a rash impulsive choice that is based upon fear of some kind. (This is where I was heading before I went back to the basic rule of being present with what is NOW.) In the end, when fear is engulfing us, neither of these reactions is the best we are capable of.

So when you are faced with a tough decision, how do you know which is the “right” choice? Well, it is not really a matter of right or wrong – good or bad – because all choices will have both perceived positives and negatives in them. What is deemed positive or negative, good or bad, is subjective; it depends upon a particular goal. It is really a question of which outcome serves as a testament to what we stand for in life. If our choice serves us in this way, it will ultimately serve those around us!

The next exploration we can make together is that of how our choices affect or even set the stage for finding and living our most purposeful life.

This is a topic about which I am passionate and in which, I do believe, I have tons of experience. My own life has been driven by this life purpose thing, and it has brought me to today where I am doing things that I never dreamt were really possible given my turbulent upbringing and difficult early adult life.

What I have learned is that your destiny or fate will find you! And it is the fight against its arrival that is most painful. In fact, it is the logical reasoning mind, which can’t assimilate the necessary “ingredients” or life experiences that are needed to fulfill the soul’s plan, that brings about our emotional stress. And because we are not always aware of where the soul is taking us, we put on the brakes and say “NO” to events and choices that seem wrong.

This is what I did at first, but then I quickly remembered what my life has already proven to me: there is an intelligent Life Force guiding me.

If we can begin with an assumption that all things are in fact moving us towards our best life, we can calm down enough to listen to our inner wisdom and get into the NOW, where Truth and Love prevail. And in as much as this caller seemed to be altering my direction, the truth must be that this person is a needed part of where I am heading next! They are an ingredient. Let me explain.

Most of the things I am truly brilliant at doing I was not conventionally trained to do. And yet as a child I seemed to have arrived on the planet with talents that were inherent. Much like Michelangelo was a born an artist, or Beethoven a composer, I was born a wise seer and guide, and my life experiences helped give shape to that talent.

Then, being called by my “tribe” (meaning my community) to serve them with this ability, I took on the roles of writer, speaker, coach, mediator and mentor. I use my abilities to help others because all soul abilities are meant to serve humanity.

This is what I wanted to share at the Business of Bliss event. We can’t really “screw up” our life; we only think we can! And the soul will use all experiences and relationships to propel us forward, to fulfill its purpose here on earth.

Here are the questions that will help you to know what your soul talent is:

• What do people ask me to do all the time?

• What talent or service do I do that I find easy, but which others seem so amazed by?

• What do I love to do now and what did I love to do as a child?

• What were the experiences that most shaped my life?

• What was the most valuable thing I took from the hardest challenges I overcame?

• What do I do that inspires me or others?

Lastly, I wanted to share that the people in your life won’t necessarily cheer you on to go for your dreams and passions, but your soul will – and that IS enough!

Wishing you all a blessed and passion-filled journey.

Love,

Moreah

Business of Bliss and Coaching Winners

Congratulation to Genie, Patti-Jo, Vicki and Stephanie for winning a seat to the Business of Bliss, and 1 coaching session!

Thanks also to the people that nominated them!

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Pay it Forward Calgary

I have 4 tickets to give away (Value $249.00 each) to The Business of Bliss taking place in Calgary at the Telus Convention Centre on October 5th! I will be speaking along with Candace Bushnell, Martha Beck and Ben Barry.  This great event is being hosted by the funny and charming Peter Walsh.  You can read more about The Business of Bliss by clicking HERE, but don’t forget to come back and nominate someone to win this great package!

Along with the ticket I will be giving each of the 4 winners one coaching session with me! Don’t hesitate to enter someone you think would love this opportunity! Contest ends September 19, 2009. Winner’s will be announced on September 21, 2009!

Details for contest

• All entries must have complete details to be eligible.
• You must notify the person you enter of the contest and your nomination of them to the contest.
• Winner’s must provide their own transport, costs, etc to event, the prize is one general admission ticket only.
• The coaching will be one session at the convenience of Moreah’s schedule and will be provided by phone.
• Feel free to nominate more than one entry.
• Winner’s do not have to be a resident of Calgary, if your nominee resides outside of Calgary be sure to inform them that the event takes place in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and it is a full day event.

** If you have any problems with the form below please email us all the same information
to question [at] moreahragusa [dot] com

I went for a long bike ride today–without my I-pod ON!

I went for a long bike ride today–without my I-pod ON!

Often it is music, an audio book, or lecture that I listen too,  as I run, hike, roller blade, or cycle to sustain my shapely self.

However, I realized that being in nature today could include listening to birds chirping, and wind rustling through fields of hay. I spent time “feeling” not doing the experience of cycling. As the cool wind glided over me I reflected upon God. Not as a Mystical Being, or Fatherly figure but as a presence. In doing so, I knew that God was everywhere. There IT was just allowing me to be a part of that moment. It Being both the Giver and Receiver of all.

It is funny to be in nature and see how its “occupants”  the grasses, leaves, branches, animals, insects etc..  know to allow themselves to be moved, rained upon, shook, and trampled on, without resistance of any kind. Gratefully this morning, we all allowed the sun to shine upon us with warm rays of golden light! It was awesome!

I ended the ride with a strong remembrance; that I as we all are,  am an intrical and somewhat sacred part of a Cosmic Dance to rejoice in.

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Can You Really Find Bliss in Calgary?

The Business of BLISS!

Allowing what you love to do; and spending countless hours in a state of deep heartfelt satisfaction is the way we can all lead our lives! The reason why we don’t is because we do not truly believe it is possible, and so we take seriously the “false evidence” that comes from our doubt, to prevent us from following our life’s real purpose. To do what we love, and get paid in numerous ways including cash to do so, is what the Business of Bliss all-day seminar is about.

Each of the days presenters will share what they know to be true to help YOU find and achieve your best life!

I am so excited to share the stage with Martha Beck, Peter Walsh, and Candace Bushnell, on October 5th at the Telus Convention Centre in Calgary, AB. One thing we all have in common is that we all went for our dream in spite of what our inner critic, friends and family may have said. Safety is not what we were looking for, authenticity of life purpose was! And we would rather follow that inner call than settle for mediocre.

Last year I coached a client, who had spent the past year listening to his heart, and soul. The general message was “it’s a nice life but not OUR true life. Listening to this inner wisdom meant leaving the wife and life he felt “safe” in. He was making a great income but was not happy.

I shared with him that I felt that the most tragic thing a person could do to themselves was to ignore the voice of their Spirit. That a person must face incredible grief at the last breath they take if they did not head the call of their wise inner voice.

Then as I predicted would happen–a sequence of events began to transpire for him which upped the ante. He needed to make a decision. But to what or whom would he be loyal now? Will it be, his inner wise Self or will it be the societal norms and expectations and that oh-so-destructive inner cynic?

He discovered that the company he worked for was not at all loyal to him. They were like so many of us looking out for their own best interests. They were invested in making their goals and dreams happen. Mulling this awareness around he was getting more miserable and that nagging feeling became intolerable-so he quit!

Months previously, we had made a list of the things he loved to do and apparently was naturally talented at. I shared with him that he could create a business based on that, and that it would succeed. We did this exercise because I explained to him that we can always make a nice living doing what we love, because money is NOT the motivator, passion and authenticity is!

Well he is well on his path, facing his inner critic maturely, by hearing but not taking seriously the vicious thoughts it can offer him. He is following his dream, and changing lives by doing it.

If you want to hear the rest of this story join me at, The Business of Bliss in Calgary, October 5th.

Discover Your Purpose at Calgary’s Business of Bliss

General Admission Tickets

$249 each

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Set your spirit on fire at The Business of Bliss! Inspire your heart’s desire, discover your purpose and learn how to live out your passion at this one day event. Every woman longs to connect with the part of them that has a dream to live, a passion to pursue and a difference to make – discover how to awaken that part of you at The Business of Bliss.

VIP “EXTRA BLISS” Packages Now Available

Enjoy 3 very special additional events – The Morning With Martha, Glinda Girls VIP Luncheon and our Fab-U-Bliss After Party.

Invitations to all 3 “EXTRA BLISS” events are included in each package; individual invitations to these events are not available.

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In addition to your event ticket, these packages include 3 very special additional events!

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• VIP Glinda Girls awards luncheon
• Fab-U- Bliss After Party with Peter Walsh, Celebrity Glinda Girl judges: Anastasia Soare (anastasia.net), Maureen Kelly (tartecosmetics.com), Pamela FInk (goodcharma.com), Lisa Levin (pharmacopia.net) Sara Happ (sarahapp.com), Danielle LaPorte (whitehottruth.com), Candice Graff (homeruninvestments.com) and more special guests!

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Candace Bushnell

Ahead of The Curve: Off the Page with Candace Bushnell

At one time, the critically acclaimed author of Sex and the City, Lipstick Jungle, Trading Up & One Fifth Avenue was behind on her rent, sleeping on a foam mattress and struggling to make it in Manhattan. Hear first hand how this self-made woman stayed true to her love of writing against all odds. Candace Bushnell’s empowering journey is an inspiring testament to the extraordinary things that can happen when you put your passion to work with an unwavering commitment to what you love to do.

Martha Beck

I’ve Just Been Stood Up By My Date With Destiny (or So It Seems)…Now What? with O Magazine Columnist and NY Times Best Selling Author Martha Beck

Possessing a rare gift for helping people whose lives have gone off course find their way back to authentic, rewarding lives, Martha Beck’s trademark wisdom, empathy and engaging style is sure to illuminate! Not unlike the North Star that lights up the night sky, re-discover the still point inside of you that knows your destiny and never stops whispering to you about the life you are meant to live.

Are You the Next Glinda Girl?

SEARCH BEGINS FOR THE NEXT BIG BUSINESS IDEA WITH ‘PITCHFEST’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Glinda Girls Inc. Launch “Are You the Next Glinda Girl?” Pitchfest boasting a $30,000 Business Booster Prize Package

(Calgary, Canada, June 4, 2009) Glinda Girls Inc., a Calgary-based event producer and e-boutique of beauty and lifestyle brands, has kicked off its search for the next big business idea with the “Are You the Next Glinda Girl?” Pitchfest. The winner will walk away with a $30,000 Business Booster Prize Package to help the budding entrepreneur.

“We are looking for five finalists to present their big business ideas at The Business of Bliss event taking place on October 5, 2009, at the TELUS Convention Centre,” said Kari Dunlop, founder of Glinda Girls™. “All ideas are welcome – whether you’re a business owner, an artist, a nanny, a philanthropist or even the next Oprah. We’re looking for the next big idea to inspire the world.”

Twenty semi-finalists will be selected on August 5, 2009. Those 20 semi-finalists will then be required to provide a business plan, marketing plan, financing scenario and product samples by August 17, 2009. From there, five finalists will be selected on September 15, 2009, to present their big ideas on October 5, 2009, in front of a panel of judges who “walk the talk” of the Glinda Girl. Judges include:

• Anastasia Soare, beauty expert to the stars and creator of Anastasia Beverly Hills (www.anastasia.net). Her products can be found at all Sephora, and soon to be launching at The Bay retail locations. As seen in O, The Oprah Magazine, InStyle and Us Weekly magazines, her list of loyal clients includes Oprah Winfrey, Jennifer Lopez and Faith Hill to name a few!

• Maureen Kelly, creator of the popular cosmetics line tarte™ (www.tarte.com) that proves glamour can be good for you with natural ingredients. Famous fans include Rachel Bilson, Carrie Underwood and Denise Richards; Maureen’s best-selling products have graced magazines such as O, The Oprah Magazine, People, Vogue and Glamour.

• Danielle LaPorte, the outspoken voice behind www.WhiteHotTruth.com gives one-on-one tough love and ROI advice to women entrepreneurs on a weekly basis and writes daily about self-realization. A former think tank exec, and lead author of the bestseller Style Statement: Live By Your Own Design, Danielle has been featured in Elle, Vogue Australia, The Huffington Post, The Globe and Mail, and Entertainment Tonight.

• Pamela Fink is the creator of good charma bracelets worn by celebrities such as Beyonce, Gwyneth Paltrow, Demi Moore, Madonna, Maria Shriver, Selena Gomez, and Miley Cyrus (www.goodcharma.com). Her spiritual yet edgy jewellery has been featured in People, InTouch and the NYTimes style pages.

• Lisa Levin, creator of Pharmacopia (www.pharmacopia.net), the highly successful natural and organic bodycare line as seen in O, The Oprah Magazine, Vogue and People. Celebrity fans include Alicia Silverstone, Marcia Cross and Amy Smart; her products are now available at all Chapters and Indigo stores across Canada.

• Candice Graf, president of Homerun Investments/Homerun International and TV personality of Makin’ Stupid Money (www.homeruninvestments.com and www.homerun-international.com). Her belief in helping others led her to launch one of the most unique Real Estate mentoring programs in North America that teaches thousands of individuals how to pay off their mortgage in half the time and build the retirement they deserve.

• Sara Happ is the creator of the lip scrub TM and lip slipTM cult beauty brands (www.sarahapp.com), which are sold in over 20 countries world wide. Featured on The Today Show, in O, The Oprah Magazine, InStyle and many more. Celebrity fans include Reese Witherspoon, Ashley Simpson and Jennifer Lopez.

To Dunlop, the next Glinda Girl will encompass “a dream to live, a passion to pursue and a difference to make.”

“She turns stumbling blocks into stepping stones, loves a fabulous pair of shoes but, more importantly, knows how to walk the talk. She’s a trailblazer and paves the way for others to follow in her footsteps to fulfill their dreams,” said Dunlop.

The $30,000 Business Booster Prize Package includes: membership to a year long advisory board with mentoring services from Powerhouse International Inc., strategic and creative counsel with Debra Stuart Marketing, logo development and design with Admaki, copywriting services with The Word Agency, Life and Financial coaching with a Martha Beck coach Koren Motekaitis , Entrepreneurial Jam Session with Danielle LaPorte , professional makeup sessions with artist Karen Malcolm, new clothes and shopping experience with personal stylist Karen Judge of Studio Gorgeous, video production services courtesy of BizBox TVand Deluxe Design Group, a notebook computer from Bulletproof InfoTech and Dell, a public relations strategy session with award-winning PR firm Brookline Public Relations, and more! Deadline for ‘Pitchfest’ submissions is June 30, 2009. For contest rules and additional information, please visit www.GlindaGirls.com.

About “Are You the Next Glinda Girl?” Pitchfest

Glinda Girls Inc. is looking for the next big business idea with the “Are You the Next Glinda Girl?” Pitchfest, a contest open to women who have a brilliant idea that will inspire the world. Twenty semi-finalists will be selected August 5, 2009. Five finalists will then be selected on September 15, 2009 to present their big idea on October 5, 2009 in front of an impressive roster of judges. A $30,000 Business Booster Prize Package is up for grabs, along with the opportunity to become an official Glinda Girl. Entry fee is $250 and includes a ticket to The Business of Bliss event with net proceeds donated to kiva.org. ‘Pitchfest’ is proudly sponsored by Entrepreneurial Moms of Calgary.

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Is It Time to Leave Your Relationship?

I can’t begin to share with you how many times I have been asked the million-dollar question,

“How do I know whether it is time to leave this relationship or keep working on it?”

The answer varies for each person, and deep inner searching is vital. In part, your answer depends on two primary factors:

* your level of unhappiness and dissatisfaction, or the outward “pull” you feel to leave
* your honest conscious self-exploration of feelings, beliefs and behaviors

Professional experience has proven to me that depending upon an individual’s level of commitment, and to what or whom, the question can be simple or complex. The answer to “Is it time to leave the relationship or stay and work at it?” can be clear and obvious or clouded by fear and ambiguity. Why so?

Well, I think it has a lot to do with our beliefs about love and commitment, success and failure. My discovery shows that for many, the answer is eclipsed by what they believe about love, its meaning, responsibility and purpose.

Another belief we must explore is that leaving the relationship is indicative of success or failure. Most people are quick to jump to the conclusion that completing a relationship is a sign of failure. I am not. As a long-time student and teacher of the internationally acclaimed spiritual text A Course in Miracles, I am far more inquisitive and open-minded to the soul’s goal for the relationship, rather than to the ego’s goal.

From the perspective of the soul, one enters every relationship to see and celebrate the beauty, completeness, wholeness and innocence of the Real Self in another, and thus one is able to see the same in oneself. Conversely, the ego, which is founded on belief in scarcity, comes into a union to get that which it believes is missing.

So how do we know when it is time to leave or stay in the relationship? In all honesty, I cannot count the number of times that I have asked myself this same question. And I can assure you from personal experience and from watching couples complete their unions that when you know, you know. After such clarity, and when the knowing comes from your soul and heart, you feel calm and peaceful with the answer. This peace is present even though there still may be pain from the loss of the dream of what may have been. The peace is also present in spite of the uncertainty of how and when the decision or knowing will be acted upon.

Once you do know that it is time to allow the “dance” to end, a space of certainty begins to envelop you. For some, this happens quickly, and for others, it takes weeks, months and even years. I have experienced them all! However, the knowing part of you is patient, gentle and kind, and it waits for the perfect moment to say the words to your partner.

For me, the knowing comes with a feeling of fulfillment and a sense of completion, and some joy with the recognition that a partnership was successful in soul terms. If this is where you are at now, then the “clock” of completion has started “ticking” towards your new life. If it is not where you are at, let me see if I can help you become clearer through exploring the following questions I pose to individuals in my private practice.

Ask yourself:

* What are my top goals, values, priorities and dreams? (These are identifiable by where you spend the most time, energy, money and effort each day)

* What are the top goals, values, priorities and dreams of my partner? (Ask yourself, does he or she read a lot or always watch sports? Is financial freedom a must? Do the kids’ needs come before all else? These are pointers to what makes your partner happy.)

* What past hurt or resentment am I hanging onto?

* What is preventing me from communicating with my mate openly and honestly?

* What do I need in order to overcome my fear of sharing my feelings?

* What do I think I’ll gain by leaving the relationship?

* Can I look my mate in the eyes and say, “I love you completely and I have done everything to make our partnership great”?

* What is the personal goal, desire or dream I want to have fulfilled by my partner that he or she seems unable or unwilling to fulfill?

* What is a personal goal, desire or dream my partner has that I am unwilling or unable to fulfill?

Answering these powerful questions will offer you insights to support either the move towards building more intimacy within your union, or the clarity on the potential need to accept the completion of your union. Remember, the ego always has us believe that it is better “out there,” so don’t leave a relationship with that as the illusion!

Give Your Very Best Regardless of What Others Give

Successful people realize that living life from the perspective of being a powerful and dynamic entity changes how they view and do everything. When you give your very best, you demonstrate true living. Through your efforts, you show that you value your life and want your actions to reflect your being. Congruence in being and action changes the world you experience. Effort begets opportunity.

With love and gratitude,

Moreah

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